2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2003 Mercury Monterey
To start off, both 2003 Dodge Viper and 2003 Mercury Monterey were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,195 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 487 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, 2003 Mercury Monterey, 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercury Monterey. (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercury Monterey. 2003 Mercury Monterey 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 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Viper | 2003 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Viper | Monterey |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8195 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |