2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
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 Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP) has 385 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 517 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 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Viper | Viano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 712 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |