2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 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 402 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 237 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 2001 Ford Ranger 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 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | Ranger |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8274 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |