2002 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2010 Nissan Patrol is newer by 8 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) has 180 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Patrol. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 928 kg more than 2002 Dodge Viper.
Because 2010 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol 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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Patrol. (399 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Patrol. 2010 Nissan Patrol 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. 2010 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 2010 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Viper | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3075 mm |
