1999 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (377 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Viper weights approximately 263 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. 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, 1999 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Viper | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | Ranger |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 377 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1302 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2990 mm |