2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1996 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Viper. (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1996 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Viper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2520 mm |
