2007 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 3 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 256 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 792 kg more than 2007 Dodge Viper.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Viper | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Viper | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3001 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
