2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2009 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 6 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Viper | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 3823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |