2005 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura MDX would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2005 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 Dodge Viper.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX. 2005 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 2008 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | MDX | Viper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3464 cc | 8357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
