2001 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Ford F-250
To start off, 2005 Ford F-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-250. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2001 Dodge Viper.
Because 2005 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 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, 2001 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-250. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Viper | 2005 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | F-250 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3490 mm |