2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 6 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 111 more horse power than 2012 Ford F-450. (399 HP @ 2800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford F-450.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Viper. (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Viper. 2012 Ford F-450 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. 2012 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 142 L |
