1995 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Viper. (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 338 kg more than 1995 Dodge Viper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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 XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Viper. (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Viper | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Viper | XJ |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3157 mm |
