2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Viper and 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 481 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny 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 601 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Viper | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
Model | Viper | Jimny |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8285 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 499 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 17.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1601 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |