2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Sharan 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 360 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 147 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
Because 2006 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 505 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 2002 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Viper | Sharan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8274 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |