2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 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 362 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 46 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 Volvo V70, 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 492 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Viper | V70 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8195 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
