2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Viper and 2009 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 379 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1139 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 (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viper | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8356 cc | 2987 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
