2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (653 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Viper. (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 212 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford Mustang (856 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Viper. (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | Mustang |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 5800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 653 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 856 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |