2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Viper and 2009 Nissan Xterra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 238 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Xterra 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, 2009 Nissan Xterra 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 (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Viper | Xterra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8285 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 499 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |