2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Viper 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 213 more horse power than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Jaguar XJ.
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 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jaguar XJ. 2010 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. 2010 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Viper | XJ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
