2004 Dodge Viper vs. 2003 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-150 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 298 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-150 weights approximately 552 kg more than 2004 Dodge Viper.
Because 2003 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-150 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, 2004 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Viper | 2003 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7988 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3050 mm |
