2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2002 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 2002 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Viper | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 69 L |
