2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne

To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (501 HP) has 116 more horse power than 2010 Porsche Cayenne. (385 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Porsche Cayenne.

Because 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Cayenne. (500 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Cayenne. 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Dodge Viper 2010 Porsche Cayenne
Make Dodge Porsche
Model Viper Cayenne
Year Released 2000 2010
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 8000 cc 4800 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 501 HP 385 HP
Torque 678 Nm 500 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 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4798 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1699 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2855 mm