2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1993 Jaguar XJS. (309 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1993 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 277 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Jaguar XJS. (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Jaguar XJS. 1993 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 2006 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2006 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Viper | XJS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |
