2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1998 Kia Retona
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Retona would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1998 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Retona weights approximately 347 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
Because 1998 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 1998 Kia Retona | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Viper | Retona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |