2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Viper. (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 634 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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. 2011 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Viper | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
