2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick LaCrosse.
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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse, 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 479 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. 2010 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Dodge | Buick |
| Model | Viper | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
