2007 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Viper. (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 912 kg more than 2007 Dodge Viper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2007 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X5. (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X5. 2010 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Viper | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Viper | X5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
