2000 Audi S8 vs. 2005 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S8 would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2000 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 227 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi S8. (583 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 2005 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S8 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 102.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
