2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 445 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 74 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 (760 Nm) has 589 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (171 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Viper | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8357 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 171 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1671 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |