2002 Dodge Viper vs. 2004 Tata Safari
To start off, 2004 Tata Safari is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Viper 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 358 more horse power than 2004 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata Safari weights approximately 505 kg more than 2002 Dodge Viper.
Because 2004 Tata Safari 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, 2004 Tata Safari 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 (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 2004 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Dodge | Tata |
| Model | Viper | Safari |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
