2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 9 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 373 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (127 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 131 kg more than 2003 Dodge Viper.
Because 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Viper | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8195 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 16.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
