2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 6 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 165 more horse power than 2011 Audi A5. (328 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 224 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
Because 2011 Audi A5 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, 2011 Audi A5 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Viper | A5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
