2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Land Rover Range Rover 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) has 217 more horse power than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. (282 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 839 kg more than 2008 Dodge Viper.
Because 2002 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover 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) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. (439 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 2002 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Viper | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1601 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
