2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2002 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Dakota 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 375 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 13 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
Because 2002 Dodge Dakota 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, 2002 Dodge Dakota 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 516 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 2002 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
