2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 864 kg more than 2009 Dodge Viper.
Because 2004 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (711 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 2009 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Viper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 8285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 499 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2466 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 21.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
