Dodge Viper vs. Dodge Challenger
In comparing the Dodge Viper to the Dodge Challenger, the Dodge Viper has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Dodge Challenger has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Dodge Viper versus the Dodge Challenger, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Dodge Viper’s base engine makes 645 horsepower, and the Dodge Challenger base engine makes 305 horsepower. The Viper is rated to deliver an average of 14 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 304 miles. The Challenger is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 555 miles. The Viper uses premium unleaded, and the Challenger uses regular unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Dodge Challenger has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$18,500 - $44,584
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
24.4%
Dodge Viper Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Dodge Challenger Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Dodge Viper Rankings
Not yet available
Dodge Challenger Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 14Ranking
3 out of / 14Ranking
3 out of / 14Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 14Ranking
9 out of / 14Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Dodge Viper Trim Levels
ACR, GT, GTC, GTS, SRT
Dodge Challenger Trim Levels
392 HEMI Scat Pack Shaker, GT, R/T, R/T Plus, R/T Plus Shaker, R/T Scat Pack, R/T Shaker, SRT 392, SRT Hellcat, SXT, SXT Plus, T/A, T/A 392, T/A Plus
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
645 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
600 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.190 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
305 hp @ 6350 rpm
Torque:
268 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.078 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
8.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
10
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
12 / 19 / 14
Range (city/hwy):
192 / 304 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 30 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 555 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
14.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Cargo Space:
16.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3390 lbs
Width:
76.4 inches
Height:
49.1 inches
Length:
175.7 inches
Wheelbase:
98.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3894 lbs
Width:
85.8 inches
Height:
57.5 inches
Length:
197.9 inches
Wheelbase:
116.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 10.5 inches
Wheel Type:
polished aluminum
Tire Size:
P295/30ZR18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum
Tire Size:
P235/55R18
