2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 332 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 46 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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, 2013 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 476 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Viper | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8284 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2615 mm |