2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2007 Honda Accord

To start off, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (253 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord.

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, 2007 Honda Accord, 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 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2007 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Dodge Viper 2007 Honda Accord
Make Dodge Honda
Model Viper Accord
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Roadster Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 8274 cc 2997 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 510 HP 253 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 725 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.6 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 65 L