2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 7 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 735 kg more than 2003 Dodge Viper.
Because 2003 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 2003 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5, 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Viper | T5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
