2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2009 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Viper and 2009 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,356 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 2009 Lexus IS. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 31 kg more than 2009 Lexus IS. 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 (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus IS. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 2009 Lexus IS | |
Make | Dodge | Lexus |
Model | Viper | IS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8356 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 15.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |