2004 Dodge Viper vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Viper and 2004 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 377 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Viper weights approximately 138 kg more than 2004 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester 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, 2004 Subaru Forester 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 536 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Forester. 2004 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2004 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2004 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Viper | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Viper | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7988 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |