2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 236 kg more than 2008 Dodge Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Viper (711 Nm) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (320 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1601 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
