2010 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dodge Viper 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 433 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Viper weights approximately 177 kg more than 2011 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 530 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Viper | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Viper | 3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8400 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 758 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1234 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
