2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2001 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Clio 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 280 more horse power than 2001 Renault Clio. (230 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Clio weights approximately 177 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) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Clio. (105 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Clio. 2001 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2006 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2006 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 2001 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Viper | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
