2002 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 455 kg more than 2002 Dodge Viper.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2002 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Viper | Accord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
