2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2003 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 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 290 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 235 kg more than 2003 Dodge Viper.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota 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) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2003 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Dakota | Viper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
