Well I made the jump from HEMI to Viper. I rocked a 05 Dodge Ram Daytona 4x4 like it was rocket-ship, but it lacked the WOW factor of a Viper Truck. I bought an 06 Night Runner. Love the exterior but I think the 05's have better interior. Dropping a 06 QC seems to have vibe issues. 04/05 Guys really don't have the drop issue. I can only speak for QC's! She drinks a bit more than the HEMI, but man it is a hell of a lot more fun rockin a Viper Truck! I'd say get an 05 or 06, but I am biased towards the 06's! Good Luck!