2001 Dodge Viper vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 6 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 136 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Murano. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano 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, 2001 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Murano. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Viper | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Viper | Murano |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
