2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 8,195 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2003 Dodge Viper.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Viper | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Viper | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 8195 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |