2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 235 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper.
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, 2000 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Viper | Blazer |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |