2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Dodge Viper

To start off, both 2000 Citroen C5 and 2000 Dodge Viper were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine.

Because 2000 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Viper (1,154 Nm) has 1039 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Citroen C5 2000 Dodge Viper
Make Citroen Dodge
Model C5 Viper
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 7990 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 0 HP
Torque 115 Nm 1154 Nm
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 101.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 98.8 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1200 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2450 mm


 

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