2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Protege. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Protege 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 399 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 183 kg more than 2009 Dodge Viper.
Because 2009 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Protege, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege. 2000 Mazda Protege 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 Mazda Protege will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Viper | Protege |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
