2003 Chrysler Airflite vs. 2009 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Airflite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Airflite would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 2 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Viper (711 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (341 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Airflite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Airflite | 2009 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Airflite | Viper |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 8285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 499 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
