2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Viper. (450 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Viper.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Viper. (664 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Viper. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viper | S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7999 cc | 5437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 493 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2970 mm |
