2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Viper and 2006 Saturn Vue 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.
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 Saturn Vue, 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 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue. 2006 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Dodge | Saturn |
| Model | Viper | Vue |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
