2002 Dodge Viper vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2002 Dodge Viper and 2002 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (460 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 662 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz A, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (678 Nm) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. (206 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Viper | 2002 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Viper | A |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 460 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 206 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2600 mm |