2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2002 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota MR2 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 302 more horse power than 2002 Toyota MR2. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 8 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) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 2002 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Viper | MR2 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8285 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 499 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 170 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 | 1602 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |