2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (469 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 505 kg more than 2003 Dodge Viper.

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 @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Dodge Viper 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Dodge Mercedes-Benz
Model Viper E
Year Released 2003 2005
Body Type Roadster Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 8277 cc 5438 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 500 HP 469 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 712 Nm 700 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 2650 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102.5 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100.6 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1535 kg 2040 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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