2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 569 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-350. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-350.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Viper | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | F-350 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 144 L |