2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Bonneville 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 262 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 54 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 Pontiac Bonneville, 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. (379 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville 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 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Viper | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8284 cc | 3785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |