2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 8 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 249 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (430 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Dodge Viper 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Dodge Toyota
Model Viper Land Cruiser
Year Released 2000 2008
Body Type Roadster SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7999 cc 4164 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 450 HP 201 HP
Torque 664 Nm 430 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 18.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 273 km/hour 165 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2860 mm


 

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