1994 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 19 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Viper. (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 258 kg more than 1994 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Viper. (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Viper | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Viper | XK |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7988 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2752 mm |
