2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2001 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 714 kg more than 2001 Dodge Viper.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango 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, 2001 Dodge Viper (620 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Durango | 2001 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Durango | Viper |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 620 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |