2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2009 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Challenger is newer by 3 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 260 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Challenger. 2009 Dodge Challenger 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. 2009 Dodge Challenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 2009 Dodge Challenger | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Viper | Challenger |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8274 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |