2001 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is newer by 4 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 354 kg more than 2001 Dodge Viper.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 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, 2001 Dodge Viper (620 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (460 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 has automatic transmission and 2001 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2001 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Viper | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viper | E500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1919 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
