2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 400 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster. 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 (760 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (321 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Viper | Boxster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8357 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |