2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2009 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rodius 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 437 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 178 kg more than 2008 Dodge Viper.
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 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. 2009 SsangYong Rodius 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 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 2009 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Viper | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
