2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escape would be higher. At 8,356 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 472 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 221 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 2000 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Escape |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8356 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |
