2007 Dodge Viper vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2007 Dodge Viper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (193 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Viper weights approximately 193 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Viper | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Altezza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
