2004 Dodge Viper vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Viper 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 272 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 250 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Viper | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Viper | CLK |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |