2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro

To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 9 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 240 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro. 2009 Dodge Nitro 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. 2009 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Dodge Viper 2009 Dodge Nitro
Make Dodge Dodge
Model Viper Nitro
Year Released 2000 2009
Body Type Roadster SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7999 cc 3701 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 450 HP 210 HP
Torque 664 Nm 319 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2770 mm


 

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