2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 5 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 8,284 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Lexus LS. (438 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 814 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
Because 2010 Lexus LS 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, 2010 Lexus LS 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus LS. (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Viper | LS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8284 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 84 L |
