2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2007 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota 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 8,521 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (777 HP) has 567 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 136 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota 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 (953 Nm) has 634 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 2007 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8521 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 777 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 953 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3340 mm |
