2002 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 9 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 272 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Juke. (188 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 523 kg more than 2011 Nissan Juke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Viper | Juke |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
