2002 Acura TL vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2002 Acura TL is newer by 2 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 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura TL weights approximately 179 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper.
Because 2000 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (979 Nm) has 664 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura TL. (315 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura TL. 2002 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura TL | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | TL | Viper |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 8357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 979 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
