2002 Dodge Viper vs. 2009 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 7 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 8,356 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Viper. (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 156 kg more than 2002 Dodge Viper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Viper. (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 2009 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Viper |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 8356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
