2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche Boxster 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 285 more horse power than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 173 kg more than 2005 Porsche Boxster. 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Viper | Boxster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8274 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |