2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2003 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2003 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 3 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Viper. (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 485 kg more than 2003 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Viper. (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 2003 Lotec C 1000 | |
Make | Dodge | Lotec |
Model | Viper | C 1000 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 5499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 843 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 990 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1150 mm |