2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 335 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Dodge | Scion |
Model | Viper | FR-S |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |