2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 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 289 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000. (311 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 Dodge Viper.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 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, 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 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 (760 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000. (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Viper | RPM 7000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
