2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX 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, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Viper. (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 356 kg more than 2011 Koenigsegg CCX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Viper. (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 2011 Koenigsegg CCX | |
Make | Dodge | Koenigsegg |
Model | Viper | CCX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 806 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 919 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 18 L/100km |