2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1999 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (450 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 376 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, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country, 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 (604 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (320 Nm). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Town & Country | 1999 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Town & Country | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 604 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
