2002 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 3 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) has 292 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 36 kg more than 2002 Dodge Viper.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner 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, 2005 Mercury Mariner 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) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Viper | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Viper | Mariner |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 712 Nm | 262 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |