2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Isuzu I-280
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Isuzu I-280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Isuzu I-280 would be higher. At 8,355 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu I-280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu I-280 weights approximately 319 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu I-280.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 2006 Isuzu I-280 | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Viper | I-280 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8355 cc | 2801 cc |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 74 L |
