2001 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 Dodge Viper.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 2001 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Viper | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Viper | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2770 cc |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
