2006 Dodge Caliber vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Caliber and 2006 Jaguar XKR were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caliber. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 423 kg more than 2006 Dodge Caliber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jaguar XKR 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 2006 Jaguar XKR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caliber, 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caliber. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caliber | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Caliber | XKR |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |
