2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 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 190 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Express. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 879 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Express. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Express. 2010 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Viper | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Viper | Express |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8195 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 2402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |