2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Equus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Equus 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 290 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 467 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
Model | Viper | Equus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8274 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |