1995 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 162 kg more than 1995 Dodge Viper.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Dodge Viper (621 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (250 Nm). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Viper | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Viper | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
