2004 Dodge Viper vs. 2001 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2001 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Viper weights approximately 8 kg more than 2001 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Viper | 2001 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | Falcon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7988 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |