2004 Dodge Viper vs. 1997 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 192 kg more than 2004 Dodge Viper.
Because 2004 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 2004 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2004 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Viper | 1997 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Viper | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7988 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
