2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2003 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 406 kg more than 2003 Dodge Viper.
Because 2003 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 2003 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (320 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Town & Country | 2003 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Town & Country | Viper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 102.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
