2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 3 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 8,356 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2012 Audi S4. (333 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi S4.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. 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 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi S4. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 2012 Audi S4 | |
Make | Dodge | Audi |
Model | Viper | S4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8356 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |