2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1994 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 605. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
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, 1994 Peugeot 605, 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 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 605. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1994 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Viper | 605 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
