2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 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. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 204 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 (979 Nm) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. (430 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton 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. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Viper | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 330 HP |
| Torque | 979 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 350 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |
