2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 4 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 247 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1228 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series. 2013 Ford E-Series 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. 2013 Ford E-Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Dodge Viper | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | E-Series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8285 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 499 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.06:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1511 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 150 L |