2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer 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 166 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 374 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper.
Because 2005 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer 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 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3030 mm |
