2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2002 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 946 kg more than 2002 Dodge Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Dodge Viper (712 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (488 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2002 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Express | Viper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 8275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
