2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Viper. (450 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Viper.
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, 2006 Dodge Ram (713 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Viper. (664 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Ram | Viper |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 7999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 450 HP |
Torque | 713 Nm | 664 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 98.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2450 mm |