2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS

To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine.

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 (1,154 Nm) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (600 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Dodge Viper 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
Make Dodge Mercedes-Benz
Model Viper CLS
Year Released 2000 2012
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7990 cc 4663 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 402 HP
Torque 1154 Nm 600 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1882 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1417 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2875 mm


 

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