2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis

To start off, both 2006 Dodge Viper and 2006 Lancia Thesis 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 325 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Thesis.

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 Lancia Thesis, 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (447 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Thesis. 2006 Lancia Thesis 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 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Dodge Viper 2006 Lancia Thesis
Make Dodge Lancia
Model Viper Thesis
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Roadster Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 8274 cc 2397 cc
Horse Power 510 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 725 Nm 447 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 306 km/hour 225 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1840 mm