1997 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Viper weights approximately 109 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 1997 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Viper | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Viper | Forester |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |