2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Alto is newer by 4 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 443 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Alto. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 638 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Alto. 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, 2010 Suzuki Alto, 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 635 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 2010 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Viper | Alto |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
