2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 214 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC60. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC60. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Viper | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
