2002 Dodge Viper vs. 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (460 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 177 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2002 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Viper | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
