2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Audi S5
To start off, 2011 Audi S5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Viper 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 177 more horse power than 2011 Audi S5. (333 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi S5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S5 weights approximately 432 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
Because 2011 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi S5. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi S5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 2011 Audi S5 | |
Make | Dodge | Audi |
Model | Viper | S5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8274 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |