2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Viper 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 2011 Ford Falcon. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 102 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Falcon. (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Falcon. 2011 Ford Falcon 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. 2011 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | Falcon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8285 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 499 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |