2002 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 10 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 191 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W.
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. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Viper | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2970 mm |
