2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 233 kg more than 2008 Dodge Viper.
Because 2005 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Viper | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
