2004 Dodge Viper vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 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 268 more horse power than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Viper weights approximately 398 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 496 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Viper | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Viper | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7988 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |