2002 Dodge Viper vs. 2009 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 is newer by 7 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (460 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G8. (414 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 528 kg more than 2009 Pontiac G8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G8. (563 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G8. 2009 Pontiac G8 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. 2009 Pontiac G8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 2009 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Viper | G8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2920 mm |
