2003 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (501 HP) has 101 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. (400 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V.
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, 2000 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. (529 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS-V | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | CTS-V | Viper |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 8000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 501 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
