2000 Chrysler Viper vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 12 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 35 more horse power than 2012 Audi S5. (354 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi S5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Viper.
Because 2012 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 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, 2000 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi S5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi S5. 2012 Audi S5 has automatic transmission and 2000 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 2000 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi S5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Viper | 2012 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Audi |
| Model | Viper | S5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2751 mm |
