2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner 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 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (501 HP) has 261 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (240 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Because 2009 Mercury Mariner 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner 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 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (302 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner. 2009 Mercury Mariner 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 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Viper | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 501 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
