2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Viper and 2005 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 179 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (321 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 724 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
Because 2005 GMC Sierra 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, 2005 GMC Sierra 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra. 2005 GMC Sierra 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. 2005 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Viper | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8284 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
