1993 Dodge Viper vs. 2009 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Viper. (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 192 kg more than 1993 Dodge Viper. 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, 1993 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XJ. 2009 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1993 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1993 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Viper | 2009 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Viper | XJ |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3170 mm |
