2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (495 HP) has 347 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 111 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Tiguan 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 (678 Nm) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan. (241 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Viper | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 495 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
