2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Vectra 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 376 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 150 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra, 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Viper | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
