2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 10 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) has 362 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 30 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 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 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Viper | A3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2578 mm |
