2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP) has 225 more horse power than 2005 GMC Envoy. (275 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 659 kg more than 2003 Dodge Viper.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Viper | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
