2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang 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 238 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 84 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang. 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) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (410 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8285 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 499 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 410 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |