2004 Dodge Viper vs. 2009 Dodge Journey

To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Viper 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 362 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Journey. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 237 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, 2009 Dodge Journey, 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 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Journey. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Journey. 2009 Dodge Journey has automatic transmission and 2004 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2004 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Dodge Viper 2009 Dodge Journey
Make Dodge Dodge
Model Viper Journey
Year Released 2004 2009
Body Type Roadster Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7988 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 500 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 712 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 306 km/hour 188 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 3.9 seconds 11.6 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1523 kg 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2900 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 78 L


 

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