2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius 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 359 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 156 kg more than 2010 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Prius, 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 570 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Prius |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
