2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2003 Lotus Exige
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 Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 8,356 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 2003 Lotus Exige. (175 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2003 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 911 kg more than 2003 Lotus Exige. 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 (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 591 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lotus Exige. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 2003 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Dodge | Lotus |
Model | Viper | Exige |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8356 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
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 | 1691 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 36 L |