2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1995 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Ranger 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 392 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 128 kg more than 1995 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 1995 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | Ranger |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8274 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |