2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2007 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Xterra 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 339 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Xterra 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 2007 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Viper | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
