2005 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 8,355 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 189 kg more than 2008 Dodge Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Viper (759 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (529 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | 300 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 8355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
