2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Viper. (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2009 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Viper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 8285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 499 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |
