1996 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (252 HP @ 7150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Viper weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Viper | 2005 Renault Clio | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Viper | Clio |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 664 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |