2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna 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 372 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 153 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Renault Laguna, 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 521 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (204 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Viper | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8274 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 | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |