2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 8,195 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 418 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Viper | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8195 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
