2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Mazda DrifterX
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Viper and 2008 Mazda DrifterX were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,357 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 265 kg more than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 502 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Viper | 2008 Mazda DrifterX | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Viper | DrifterX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8357 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 759 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |