2001 Dodge Viper vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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 129 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 790 kg more than 2001 Dodge Viper.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Viper | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Viper | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3189 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
