2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL. (423 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 910 kg more than 2003 Dodge Viper.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL. (700 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viper | GL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3075 mm |
