2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2011 Renault Grand Scenic 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 360 more horse power than 2011 Renault Grand Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 24 kg more than 2011 Renault Grand Scenic. 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, 2011 Renault Grand Scenic, 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 521 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Grand Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 2011 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Viper | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
