2004 Dodge Viper Review

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Still the king of speed, the Viper has softened some of its rough edges but lost none of its unique character in the process.

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Pros

Neck-straining acceleration, race car caliber brakes, track-ready suspension, decent ergonomics for a supercar, exclusivity of limited production.

Cons

No traction control or side airbags, too extreme for a daily driver, awkward shifter, exploiting its capabilities requires elevated driver skills.

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SRT-10

8.3L V10 engine
Manual transmission
Up to 11 cty/19 hwy mpg

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2004 Dodge Viper

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What's New for 2004

After last year's complete redesign, the Viper sees only detail changes for '04 that include a new color called "Viper White," racy red brake calipers, carpeting for the trunk and a folding tonneau cover.

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