2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 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 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2013 Ford F-150. (355 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford F-150. (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford F-150. 2013 Ford F-150 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. 2013 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 2593 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 6195 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3988 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 136 L |
