2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 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 258 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (252 HP @ 7150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 113 kg more than 2002 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 2002 Renault Clio | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Viper | Clio |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
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 | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |