2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Vectra 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 390 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 238 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Vauxhall Vectra, 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 558 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 2005 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Viper | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
