2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2007 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Viper would be higher. 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 411 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 193 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
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, 2007 Ford Galaxy, 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 472 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 2007 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8284 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
