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 8,355 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (235 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 826 kg more than 2008 Dodge Viper.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (759 Nm) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (407 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 | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 8355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2517 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 61 L |
