2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2004 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Highlander 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 345 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Highlander. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 149 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
Because 2004 Toyota Highlander 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, 2004 Toyota Highlander 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 490 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Highlander. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Highlander. 2004 Toyota Highlander 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. 2004 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 2004 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
