2000 Chrysler Viper vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (346 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 989 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 2000 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Viper | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Ram |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3580 mm |
