2002 Dodge Viper vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Viper 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 188 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 715 kg more than 2002 Dodge Viper.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (411 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2002 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2002 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Viper | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
