2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Viper and 2008 Toyota Yaris 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 514 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 735 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Toyota Yaris, 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 638 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 2008 Toyota Yaris 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. 2008 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Viper | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Viper | Yaris |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8357 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 15310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 42 L |