2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2007 Dodge Dakota

To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota 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 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 247 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.

Because 2007 Dodge Dakota 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota 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 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Dakota.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Dodge Viper 2007 Dodge Dakota
Make Dodge Dodge
Model Viper Dakota
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 8275 cc 3701 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 510 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 725 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1523 kg 1770 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 5560 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1240 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 3340 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.6 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 83 L


 

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