2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2000 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 8,284 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 236 kg more than 2000 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Primera, 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Primera. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 2000 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Viper | Primera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8284 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |