2008 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2008 Dodge Viper
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2008 Dodge Viper were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 139 kg more than 2008 Dodge Viper.
Because 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. (323 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2008 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | 159 | Viper |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 8285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 499 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1601 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 21.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |