2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda B2300 would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 244 kg more than 2006 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 2006 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Viper | B2300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8285 cc | 2260 cc |
Horse Power | 499 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |