2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2008 Lotus Elise is newer by 5 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 380 more horse power than 2008 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 738 kg more than 2008 Lotus Elise. 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Viper | 2008 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Dodge | Lotus |
Model | Viper | Elise |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8195 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |