2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Viper 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 393 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ranger.
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 437 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ranger. (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Viper | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | Ranger |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8357 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 322 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3193 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 74 L |