2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 114 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Viper | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
