2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, both 2003 Dodge Viper and 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (603 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Viper. (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 620 kg more than 2003 Dodge Viper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Viper. (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Viper. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Viper | 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Viper | CL |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 603 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |