1995 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Magnum. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 801 kg more than 1995 Dodge Viper.
Because 2006 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum 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, 1995 Dodge Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Magnum. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Viper | 2006 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Magnum |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3050 mm |
