2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 361 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 4 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 528 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Viper | Sportage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8284 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |