2002 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Ford F-450
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 6 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (460 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Ford F-450. (350 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford F-450.
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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Viper. (678 Nm). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 2008 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 4390 mm |
