2002 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 6 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 374 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 270 kg more than 2002 Dodge Viper.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
