1998 Chrysler Viper vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CCR
To start off, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR (816 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Koenigsegg CCR.
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, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR (920 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Viper. (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CCR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Viper | 2005 Koenigsegg CCR | |
| Make | Chrysler | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Viper | CCR |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 816 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 920 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2659 mm |
