2004 Dodge Viper vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra 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 375 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 37 kg more than 2004 Dodge Viper.
Because 2004 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Viper | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Viper | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7988 cc | 2169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1510 mm |
