2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Viper would be higher. 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 240 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang. 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 Dodge Viper (712 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (411 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Viper | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | Mustang |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8195 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 411 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |