2000 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Dodge Viper.
Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 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, 1998 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1998 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A6 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
