2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 4 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 283 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 545 kg more than 2008 Dodge Viper.
Because 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan 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 (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Titan. (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Titan. 2012 Nissan Titan 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. 2012 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Viper | Titan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 140 L |
