2002 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2010 Dodge Viper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A4 would be higher. At 8,400 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Viper weights approximately 97 kg more than 2002 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4 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, 2010 Dodge Viper (758 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 2010 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A4 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 8400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 758 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1234 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
