2002 Dodge Viper vs. 2001 Ford TE-50
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford TE-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford TE-50 would be higher. 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 198 more horse power than 2001 Ford TE-50. (295 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford TE-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford TE-50. (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford TE-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 2001 Ford TE-50 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | TE-50 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
