2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue 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 281 more horse power than 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 24 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
Because 2005 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue. 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue 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. 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Viper | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 3457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
