2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Vue. (250 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 411 kg more than 2003 Dodge Viper.
Because 2006 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (329 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Dodge | Saturn |
| Model | Viper | Vue |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
