2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2007 Jaguar XJ6 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 2007 Jaguar XJ6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 2007 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Caravan | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |
