2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo 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 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 2009 Seat Exeo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 123 kg more than 2009 Seat Exeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Seat Exeo, 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 577 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Exeo. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Viper | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2642 mm |
