2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2013 Audi A8. (367 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 501 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
Because 2013 Audi A8 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 A8 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) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (445 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Viper | A8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
| 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 | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
