2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 349 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 449 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Viper | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
