2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 180 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 547 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Caravan | XK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |
