2010 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,400 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 2011 Jaguar XJ. (271 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 246 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Dodge Viper (758 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jaguar XJ. (600 Nm). This means 2010 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jaguar XJ. 2011 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2010 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2010 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Dodge Viper | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
Model | Viper | XJ |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8400 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 758 Nm | 600 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1234 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3157 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 82 L |