2001 Dodge Viper vs. 2004 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (493 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Viper. (450 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Viper weights approximately 395 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Dodge Viper (712 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Viper. (664 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Viper | 2004 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Viper |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 8275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 493 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1535 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
