2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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 362 more horse power than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 31 kg more than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Dodge Viper 2004 Nissan X-Trail
Make Dodge Nissan
Model Viper X-Trail
Year Released 2005 2004
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 8284 cc 1998 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 6000 RPM
Torque 712 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102.4 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100.6 mm 80.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.9:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1546 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1240 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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