2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Viper 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 335 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (164 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 156 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 486 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Viper | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
