2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 33 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester. 2012 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Viper | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |