2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Fiat Croma
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Viper and 2006 Fiat Croma were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP) has 365 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Croma. (145 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 148 kg more than 2006 Fiat Croma. 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, 2006 Fiat Croma, 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) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 2006 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Viper | Croma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 2197 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 999.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
