2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2009 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Challenger is newer by 6 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 81 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (419 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 168 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (420 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Viper | 2009 Dodge Challenger | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Viper | Challenger |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8195 cc | 6059 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 419 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |