2000 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 252 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2006 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2006 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Silverado | Viper |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 8274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 725 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
