2010 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Dodge Viper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 8,400 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2005 Porsche Cayenne. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 753 kg more than 2010 Dodge Viper.
Because 2005 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Dodge Viper (758 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Cayenne. (421 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Cayenne. 2005 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2010 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2010 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Viper | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Viper | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8400 cc | 4507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 758 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1234 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |
