2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 8 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 86 more horse power than 2013 Audi A7. (414 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 399 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
Because 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 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) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A7. (549 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Viper | A7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8284 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2914 mm |
