2001 Dodge Caravan vs. 2007 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar X-Type (228 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (173 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 211 kg more than 2007 Jaguar X-Type.
Because 2007 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2001 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Caravan | 2007 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Caravan | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
