2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2002 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercury Sable 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 347 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Dodge Viper.
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, 2002 Mercury Sable, 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 466 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Sable. 2002 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Viper | 2002 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Viper | Sable |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |