2007 Dodge Viper vs. 2003 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2007 Dodge Viper is newer by 4 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. Both 2007 Dodge Viper and 2003 Dodge Viper are equipped with a 8,277 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Viper. (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 12 kg more than 2007 Dodge Viper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, both vehicles can yield 712 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Viper | 2003 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Viper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 102.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
