2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 338 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 671 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Viper | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
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 | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |