1992 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 132 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 91 kg more than 1992 Dodge Viper.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Dodge Viper | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Viper | Forester |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 359 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |