2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Saab 9-7X
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Viper and 2006 Saab 9-7X 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 210 more horse power than 2006 Saab 9-7X. (300 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 9-7X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 7 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
Because 2006 Saab 9-7X 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 Saab 9-7X 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 9-7X. (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saab 9-7X. 2006 Saab 9-7X 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 Saab 9-7X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 2006 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Dodge | Saab |
| Model | Viper | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 5326 cc |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
