2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 2 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 386 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
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, 2008 Kia Carens, 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 563 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Viper | Carens |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
