2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 4 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 334 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 415 kg more than 2003 Dodge Viper.
Because 2007 Honda Element 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, 2007 Honda Element 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 494 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Viper | Element |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
