2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Viper and 2005 Opel Omega were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 315 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (178 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Omega weights approximately 149 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 472 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (240 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega. 2005 Opel Omega 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 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 2005 Opel Omega | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Viper | Omega |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 83.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |