1999 Dodge Viper vs. 2000 Jaguar XKA
To start off, 2000 Jaguar XKA is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XKA (466 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Viper. (377 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XKA should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jaguar XKA weights approximately 235 kg more than 1999 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, 2000 Jaguar XKA (843 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Viper. (620 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 2000 Jaguar XKA | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Viper | XKA |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 466 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 843 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1800 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
