2005 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2000 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 450 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Viper.
Because 2000 Chrysler Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chrysler Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Voyager | 2000 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Voyager | Viper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
