2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 741 kg more than 2009 Dodge Viper.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
