2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2008 Dodge Viper (759 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (427 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Tundra. 2001 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
