2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 244 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Viper | Golf |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |