2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2007 Dodge Charger

To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 7 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. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 908 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper.

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 (979 Nm) has 721 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger. 2007 Dodge Charger 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. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Dodge Viper 2007 Dodge Charger
Make Dodge Dodge
Model Viper Charger
Year Released 2000 2007
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 8357 cc 2736 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 190 HP
Torque 979 Nm 258 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1435 kg 2343 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 3050 mm


 

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