2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2005 Dodge Viper
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Uplander and 2005 Dodge Viper were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 582 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2005 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Uplander | Viper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 102.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
