2010 Dodge Viper vs. 2003 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Viper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 8,400 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 2003 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Monaro weights approximately 35 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Dodge Viper (758 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Monaro. 2003 Holden Monaro has automatic transmission and 2010 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2010 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Viper | 2003 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Viper | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8400 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 758 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1234 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
