2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C 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 65 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (445 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 207 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viper | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1997 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
