2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2000 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Terrano II 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 384 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Dodge Viper.
Because 2000 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2000 Nissan Terrano II 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 515 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 2000 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Viper | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
