2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 7 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 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (503 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 357 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Viper | XJ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 16.9 L/100km |
