2003 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2003 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2003 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (126 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 355 kg more than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 2003 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2003 Jaguar X-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2003 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Grand Caravan | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
