2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2000 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Stealth 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 228 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Stealth. (282 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 207 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
Because 2000 Dodge Stealth 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, 2000 Dodge Stealth 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Stealth.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 2000 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Stealth |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
