2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2000 Jaguar XKA
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jaguar XKA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jaguar XKA would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Jaguar XKA. (466 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 Jaguar XKA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jaguar XKA weights approximately 199 kg more than 2008 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, 2000 Jaguar XKA (843 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Viper. (711 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 2000 Jaguar XKA | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Viper | XKA |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 4399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 466 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 843 Nm |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 299 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1601 kg | 1800 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
