2004 Dodge Viper vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Kangoo 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 403 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Viper weights approximately 223 kg more than 2002 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Kangoo 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, 2004 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Viper | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Viper | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7988 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
