2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 2008 Rover 75. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 1 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, 2008 Rover 75, 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 497 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Viper | 75 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
