2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (330 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (430 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Viper | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7999 cc | 4171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 330 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2890 mm |
