1997 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1997 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 2006 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Viper | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
