2004 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2010 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2010 Dodge Viper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 8,400 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (145 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Viper weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2010 Dodge Viper (758 Nm) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (240 Nm). This means 2010 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tacoma | 2010 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Tacoma | Viper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 8400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 758 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1234 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
