2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1996 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 835 kg more than 1996 Dodge Viper.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1996 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Suburban | Viper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2520 mm |
