2007 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 Opel Frontera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Viper 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 375 more horse power than 2008 Opel Frontera. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Frontera weights approximately 303 kg more than 2007 Dodge Viper.
Because 2008 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Frontera 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, 2007 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Frontera. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Viper | 2008 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Viper | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
