2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 12 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 197 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (253 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (288 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Viper | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7999 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 253 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 288 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 | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2707 mm |
