2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,284 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (517 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Viper. (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 56 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 472 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viper | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8284 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 517 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
