2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 5 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 270 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (180 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (320 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Viper | Defender |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7999 cc | 3947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 180 HP |
Torque | 664 Nm | 320 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |