2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (311 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Boxter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 215 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 Porsche Boxter 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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Viper | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2475 mm |
