1996 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 130 kg more than 1996 Dodge Viper.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Viper | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
Model | Viper | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 664 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |