2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 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 1329 kg more than 2003 Dodge Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Viper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| 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 | 331 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 102.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
