2002 Dodge Viper vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 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 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 569 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350. 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, 2002 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-350. 2009 Ford E-350 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. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 15 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
