2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Viper and 2008 Volvo XC90 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 188 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC90. (311 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 501 kg more than 2008 Dodge Viper.
Because 2008 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC90. (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC90. 2008 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Viper | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1601 kg | 2102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.2 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
