2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 8,284 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 516 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 562 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Viper | 206 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8284 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
