2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escort would be higher. At 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 383 kg more than 2005 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escort. (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 2005 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Escort |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
