2005 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2009 Dodge Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Viper (711 Nm) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2009 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A4 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 8285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 499 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 21.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
