2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 5 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2010 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
Because 2010 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 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 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Viper | A3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
