2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 180 more horse power than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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 (664 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. (376 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 2011 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7999 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 270 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2789 mm |
