2005 Dodge Caravan vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Caravan and 2005 Jaguar S-Type were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-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 85 kg more than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Because 2005 Jaguar S-Type 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 2005 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Caravan. 2005 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Caravan | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Caravan | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
