2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 298 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 186 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Viper | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8285 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 499 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 68.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |