2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 17 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, 2010 Mazda 5, 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 512 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 5. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Viper | 5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
