2009 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Audi R8. (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 641 kg more than 2009 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2005 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | R8 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
