2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 8,521 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (777 HP) has 313 more horse power than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. (464 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 315 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper.
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 (953 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. (637 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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. 2013 Dodge CHARGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8521 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 777 HP | 464 HP |
| Torque | 953 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5077 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3052 mm |
