2007 Citroen C2 vs. 2007 Dodge Viper
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C2 and 2007 Dodge Viper were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C2. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Viper weights approximately 478 kg more than 2007 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C2, 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, 2007 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C2 | 2007 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | C2 | Viper |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 8277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 102.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 19.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |