2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn SC would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 465 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC, 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (154 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Dodge | Saturn |
| Model | Viper | SC |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
