2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 8,284 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (167 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 119 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Viper | CLK |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8284 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |