2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z

To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z 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 167 more horse power than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (283 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan 350Z.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (354 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Dodge Viper 2005 Nissan 350Z
Make Dodge Nissan
Model Viper 350Z
Year Released 2000 2005
Body Type Roadster Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7999 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 450 HP 283 HP
Torque 664 Nm 354 Nm
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98.6 mm 81.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 273 km/hour 250 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2660 mm


 

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