2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 7 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 305 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 685 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Savana. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Savana. 2012 GMC Savana 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. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Viper | Savana |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8284 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |