2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Dodge Viper
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C2 and 2006 Dodge Viper were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 528 kg more than 2006 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C2, 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C2 | 2006 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | C2 | Viper |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 8275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 725 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |