2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 187 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 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XJ. (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XJ. 2001 Jaguar XJ 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. 2001 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 2001 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Viper | XJ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 3248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2880 mm |
