2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano 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 236 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Murano. (265 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (336 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Viper | Murano |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 501 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
