2005 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 1119 kg more than 2008 Dodge Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Viper (759 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Viper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 8357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 61 L |
