2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Viper and 2006 Jeep Cherokee 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 154 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. 2006 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 2006 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Viper | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 2774 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
