2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 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 330 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 386 kg more than 2008 Dodge Viper.
Because 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 (759 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Viper | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2131 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
