2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 Kia Carens

To start off, 2012 Kia Carens 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 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper.

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, 2012 Kia Carens, 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 (979 Nm) has 816 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (163 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Dodge Viper 2012 Kia Carens
Make Dodge Kia
Model Viper Carens
Year Released 2000 2012
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 8357 cc 1793 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 124 HP
Torque 979 Nm 163 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 350 km/hour 177 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1435 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2570 mm


 

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