2001 Chrysler Viper vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1082 kg more than 2001 Chrysler Viper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chrysler Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Viper. (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Viper. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2001 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 2001 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Viper | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Viper | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2672 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2891 mm |
