2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Toyota Celica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Celica. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 318 kg more than 2006 Toyota Celica. 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, 2006 Toyota Celica, 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 532 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 2006 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
