2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Ford E-250
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Viper and 2006 Ford E-250 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 285 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 299 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250. 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 Ford E-250, 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 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 2006 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | E-250 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8274 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |