2003 Cadillac V Sixteen vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen 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 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 835 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper.
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, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Viper. (979 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Viper. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | V Sixteen | Viper |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 13600 cc | 8357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 1001 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 1356 Nm | 979 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2450 mm |
