2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Viper and 2006 Honda Civic 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 397 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
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 Honda Civic, 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 577 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2006 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2006 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Viper | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8274 cc | 1802 cc |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |