2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 13 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. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 365 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper.
Because 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL 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 (979 Nm) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TL. (370 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Dodge | Acura |
| Model | Viper | TL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 979 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2775 mm |
