2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (460 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 894 kg more than 2002 Dodge Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2002 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Viper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2450 mm |
