2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace 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 8,521 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (777 HP) has 602 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 346 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper.
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, 2005 Renault Grand Espace, 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 (953 Nm) has 603 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (350 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. 2005 Renault Grand Espace 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 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 2005 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Viper | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8521 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 777 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 953 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 334 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
