2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Viper and 2005 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 366 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 319 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge 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 2005 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206, 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
Model | Viper | 206 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8284 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1227 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |