2004 Dodge Viper vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Viper | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
Model | Viper | S-Type |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7988 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |