2002 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 Ford Flex
To start off, 2010 Ford Flex is newer by 8 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 231 more horse power than 2010 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Flex weights approximately 493 kg more than 2002 Dodge Viper.
Because 2002 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Flex, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Flex. 2010 Ford Flex 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. 2010 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 2010 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Flex |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
