2004 Dodge Viper vs. 2009 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 5 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 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 250 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 169 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 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger. 2009 Dodge Charger 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. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Viper | 2009 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Charger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7988 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
