2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2000 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 71 kg more than 2000 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Dakota 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (197 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 2000 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1601 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
