2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 11 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (495 HP) has 234 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Frontier. 2011 Nissan Frontier 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. 2011 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Viper | Frontier |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 495 HP | 261 HP |
Torque | 678 Nm | 381 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3200 mm |