1998 Chrysler Viper vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Toyota Crown is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Crown. (252 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 6 kg more than 2003 Toyota Crown. 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, 1998 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Crown. (328 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Crown. 2003 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1998 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1998 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chrysler Viper | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Viper | Crown |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7986 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 621 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |