2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept (791 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Viper. (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Viper.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept (800 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Viper. (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Viper. 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept 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. 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Charger RT Concept |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 3522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 791 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
