2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2010 Dodge Viper is newer by 5 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 8,400 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 905 kg more than 2010 Dodge Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Dodge Viper (758 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (691 Nm). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Viper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 8400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 758 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1234 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 19.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |
