2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 8 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 326 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (174 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 65 kg more than 2003 Dodge Viper.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will offer significantly more control. 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 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Viper | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
