2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 6 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. (493 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 328 kg more than 2009 Dodge Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Viper (711 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. (700 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viper | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
