2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Omega would be higher. At 8,284 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 187 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 502 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 2000 Opel Omega | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Viper | Omega |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8284 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |