2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari 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 431 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 374 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
Because 2012 Tata Safari 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, 2012 Tata Safari 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 489 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Dodge | Tata |
Model | Viper | Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8284 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |