2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2003 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2003 Lotus Esprit. (240 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2003 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 297 kg more than 2003 Lotus Esprit. 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lotus Esprit. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 2003 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Dodge | Lotus |
Model | Viper | Esprit |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8285 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 499 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
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 | 1602 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |