2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2007 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2007 Dodge Viper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 148 kg more than 2007 Dodge Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Viper (712 Nm) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2007 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Colorado | Viper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 19.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
