2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 275 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 87 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Viper | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8284 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
