2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1998 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Durango. (340 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 395 kg more than 1998 Dodge Viper.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango 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, 1998 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango. 2009 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 1998 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Durango | Viper |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5699 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |