2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Jaguar XK8
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Viper and 2006 Jaguar XK8 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 216 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XK8. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 322 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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XK8. (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XK8. 2006 Jaguar XK8 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. 2006 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 2006 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
Model | Viper | XK8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
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 | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |