2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (238 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Odyssey. 1999 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Viper | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
