2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Dodge Viper
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Ram and 2009 Dodge Viper were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 792 kg more than 2009 Dodge Viper.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Viper. (760 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2009 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Ram | Viper |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6690 cc | 8357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 827 Nm | 760 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 61 L |