2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2010 Dodge Viper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 8,400 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2010 Dodge Viper.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2010 Dodge Viper (758 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2010 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Porsche | Dodge |
| Model | 911 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 8400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 758 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1234 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
