2000 Chrysler Viper vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Viper.
Because 2000 Chrysler 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 2000 Chrysler Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion, 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, 2000 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Viper | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 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 Weight | 1590 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
