2004 Dodge Viper vs. 2002 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2002 Toyota MR2. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 Dodge Viper.
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) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Viper | 2002 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Viper | MR2 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |