2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Viper 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 486 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 299 kg more than 2010 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 599 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Citroen |
| Model | Viper | C5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |
