2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2003 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Omega 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 357 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 63 kg more than 2009 Dodge Viper.
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 502 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. 2003 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 2003 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Viper | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
