2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Proton 400
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Viper and 2005 Proton 400 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 426 more horse power than 2005 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 556 kg more than 2005 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Proton 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 604 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 2005 Proton 400 | |
Make | Dodge | Proton |
Model | Viper | 400 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8284 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |