2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2007 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Freestyle 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 379 more horse power than 2007 Ford Freestyle. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Freestyle.
Because 2008 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Freestyle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Freestyle. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Freestyle. 2007 Ford Freestyle 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. 2007 Ford Freestyle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 2007 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
