1997 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (415 HP) has 314 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Viper weights approximately 321 kg more than 2006 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (664 Nm) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Viper | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Viper | Hilux |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7986 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 415 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 664 Nm | 200 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |