2007 Dodge Viper vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Viper and 2007 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Viper. (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 657 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Viper. (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Viper. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Viper | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Viper | S |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 5512 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.4 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |