2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1998 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 139 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XJ8.
Because 1998 Jaguar XJ8 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 1998 Jaguar XJ8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (525 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm). This means 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1998 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Grand Caravan | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1929 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 87 L |
