2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2009 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R 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 29 more horse power than 2009 Nissan GT-R. (481 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan GT-R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 82 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
Because 2009 Nissan GT-R 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, 2009 Nissan GT-R 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan GT-R. (583 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan GT-R.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 2009 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Viper | GT-R |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8274 cc | 3799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 481 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |