1999 Dodge Caravan vs. 1999 Jaguar XK
To start off, both 1999 Dodge Caravan and 1999 Jaguar XK were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (291 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XK.
Because 1999 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 1999 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Caravan. 1999 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Caravan | 1999 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
Model | Caravan | XK |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3040 mm |