2002 Dodge Viper vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 365 kg more than 2002 Dodge Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
