2002 Dodge Viper vs. 2000 Infiniti I
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Infiniti I 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 269 more horse power than 2000 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Infiniti I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti I, 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, 2002 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 2000 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Viper | I |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
