2009 Audi R8 vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Viper. (376 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | R8 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
