2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 5008 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 352 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 5008. (148 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 5008.
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, 2012 Peugeot 5008, 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 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 5008. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 5008.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 2012 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Viper | 5008 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8284 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2735 mm |
