2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Dodge Durango

To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 598 kg more than 2008 Dodge Viper.

Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Dodge Viper 2006 Dodge Durango
Make Dodge Dodge
Model Viper Durango
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 8357 cc 4703 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 600 HP 230 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 759 Nm 393 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 2343 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1240 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 102 L


 

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