2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 1963 Jaguar MK II

To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 392 kg more than 1963 Jaguar MK II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jaguar MK II.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Dodge Caravan 1963 Jaguar MK II
Make Dodge Jaguar
Model Caravan MK II
Year Released 2006 1963
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3310 cc 2482 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 180 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 195 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 76.5 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1842 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 5000 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2900 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 11.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 90 L


 

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