2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 246 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1601 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
