1992 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 173 kg more than 1992 Dodge Viper.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 1992 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Viper | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3520 mm |
