2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2002 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XK8. 2002 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 2002 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Viper | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
