1997 Dodge Caravan vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1997 Dodge Caravan is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 370 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Because 1959 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Caravan | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
Model | Caravan | XK |
Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2600 mm |