2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro

To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Viper would be higher. 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 393 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 385 kg more than 2009 Dodge Nitro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 524 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro. 2009 Dodge Nitro 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. 2009 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Dodge Viper 2009 Dodge Nitro
Make Dodge Dodge
Model Viper Nitro
Year Released 2008 2009
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 8357 cc 3698 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 600 HP 207 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 759 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1240 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 74 L


 

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