1994 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 117 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XK. 2006 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1994 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1994 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Viper | 2006 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Viper | XK |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7988 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
