2003 Dodge Viper vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 295 kg more than 2003 Dodge Viper.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Viper | Korando |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
