2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 8,521 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (777 HP) has 540 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 619 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 (953 Nm) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. (500 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. 2009 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. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Viper | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8521 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 777 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 953 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 334 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 2233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5059 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2881 mm |
