2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Pathfinder 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 362 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 Dodge Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Viper | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
