1999 Dodge Viper vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (377 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 8 kg more than 1999 Dodge Viper.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element 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, 1999 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Viper | Element |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
