2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2005 Proton Gen-2 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 268 more horse power than 2005 Proton Gen-2. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 2005 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Dodge | Proton |
| Model | Viper | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
