2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 7 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) has 313 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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 444 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Dodge | Audi |
Model | Viper | A3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8274 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 725 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |