2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect

To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 10 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 641 more horse power than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 40 kg more than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 780 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. 2010 Ford Transit Connect 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. 2010 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Dodge Viper 2010 Ford Transit Connect
Make Dodge Ford
Model Viper Transit Connect
Year Released 2000 2010
Body Type Coupe Panel Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 8521 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 777 HP 136 HP
Torque 953 Nm 173 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1614 kg 1574 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4587 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2911 mm


 

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