2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 5 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 406 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 323 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Renault Duster 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, 2011 Renault Duster 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 577 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Viper | Duster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
