2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2012 Infiniti QX56 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 110 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti QX56. (400 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti QX56. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti QX56. (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti QX56. 2012 Infiniti QX56 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 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 2012 Infiniti QX56 | |
Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
Model | Viper | QX56 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8274 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 2538 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |