1997 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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 103 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. (273 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Viper weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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, 1997 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
