2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
When comparing the 2006 Dodge Viper's and the 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2006 Dodge Viper has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2006 Dodge Viper's and the 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class is a better car than the 2006 Dodge Viper.
2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Pricing
A used 2006 Dodge Viper ranges from $50,960 to $89,725 while a used 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class is priced between $9,974 to $33,857.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2006 Dodge Viper’s base engine makes 510 horsepower, and the 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class base engine makes 302 horsepower. The Viper is rated to deliver an average of 13 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 342 miles. The SL-Class is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 464 miles. This gives the 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2006 Dodge Viper. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
50960 - 89725
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
9974 - 33857
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.472461
Dodge Viper Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.370637 / 10
Reliability:
7.941273 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Dodge Viper Rankings
Not yet available
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 40Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 40Ranking
7 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 26Ranking
8 out of / 19Ranking
9 out of / 26Ranking
12 out of / 23Ranking
14 out of / 40Ranking
14 out of / 18Ranking
16 out of / 40Ranking
18 out of / 26Ranking
20 out of / 30Ranking
31 out of / 40Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2006 Dodge Viper Trim Levels
SRT-10
2006 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Trim Levels
SL 500, SL 55 AMG, SL 600, SL 65 AMG
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
510 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
535 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.151 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
302 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
339 foot-lbs @ 2700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.074 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
8.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
10
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
11 / 19 / 13
Range (city/hwy):
198 / 342 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 22 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
295 / 464 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
11.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
50.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3380 lbs
Width:
75.2 inches
Height:
47.6 inches
Length:
175.5 inches
Wheelbase:
98.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4065 lbs
Width:
71.5 inches
Height:
51 inches
Length:
178.5 inches
Wheelbase:
100.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available