2005 Dodge Caravan vs. 2004 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2005 Dodge Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar X-Type (192 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 Jaguar X-Type.
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, 2005 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. (242 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Caravan | 2004 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Caravan | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
