2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,521 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (777 HP) has 596 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (181 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 136 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Dodge Viper (953 Nm) has 683 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (270 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Viper | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8521 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 777 HP | 181 HP |
| Torque | 953 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
