2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1996 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1996 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1996 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1996 Chrysler Viper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Silverado | Viper |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 7986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2450 mm |