2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz C 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 342 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 62 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
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 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (370 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Viper | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 2683 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |