2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2002 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Frontera 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 308 more horse power than 2002 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Frontera weights approximately 177 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
Because 2002 Holden Frontera 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, 2002 Holden Frontera 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 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 2002 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Viper | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
