2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 298 more horse power than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 241 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Viper | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
