2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Viper and 2008 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 31 kg more than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 2008 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Viper | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1601 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
