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 8,284 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2011 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 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 214 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
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, 2011 Audi A5, 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 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 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 | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8284 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
