2002 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2010 Audi S5. (354 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi S5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2002 Dodge Viper.
Because 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 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, 2002 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi S5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi S5.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Viper | 2010 Audi S5 | |
Make | Dodge | Audi |
Model | Viper | S5 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |