2002 Audi RS4 vs. 2002 Dodge Viper
To start off, both 2002 Audi RS4 and 2002 Dodge Viper were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2002 Audi RS4. (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi RS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS4 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 Dodge Viper.
Because 2002 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS4 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, 2002 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi RS4. (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi RS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS4 | 2002 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | RS4 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 8275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
