2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 500 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 937 kg more than 2003 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, both vehicles can yield 712 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2006 Dodge Ram | 2003 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Ram | Viper |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 8277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 102.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 100.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |