2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 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 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper.
Because 2004 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 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 (979 Nm) has 578 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (401 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Viper | S60 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 979 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 350 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
