2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2003 Dodge Viper and 2003 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 341 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Dodge Viper.
Because 2003 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 will offer significantly more control. 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 507 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6. 2003 Mazda 6 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. 2003 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Viper | 6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
