2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Opel Agila
To start off, 2011 Opel Agila 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 431 more horse power than 2011 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 405 kg more than 2011 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Opel Agila, 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 542 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Agila. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 2011 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Viper | Agila |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 41 L |
