2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Charger. (425 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Charger.
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, 2000 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (570 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger. 2008 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Charger | Viper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 7999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 450 HP |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2450 mm |
