2001 Chrysler Viper vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2003 MG TF is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (158 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 400 kg more than 2003 MG TF. 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, 2001 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Viper | 2003 MG TF | |
| Make | Chrysler | MG |
| Model | Viper | TF |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |
