2002 Dodge Viper vs. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, both 2002 Dodge Viper and 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 225 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 83 kg more than 2002 Dodge Viper.

Because 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (408 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2002 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2002 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Dodge Viper 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Dodge Jeep
Model Viper Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 8277 cc 4701 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 460 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 678 Nm 408 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1857 kg 1940 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2700 mm


 

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