2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2001 Holden UTE
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden UTE 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 197 more horse power than 2001 Holden UTE. (302 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 12 kg more than 2001 Holden UTE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden UTE. (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 2001 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Viper | UTE |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2950 mm |
