2001 Dodge Viper vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2002 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Dodge Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Viper | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Dodge | Xedos |
| Model | Viper | 9 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
