2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 207 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
Model | Viper | Omega |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |