2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 250 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2002 Jaguar XJ 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 2002 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XJ | 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Jaguar | Dodge |
Model | XJ | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3078 mm |