2007 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 99 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2002 Jaguar XJ 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 2002 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country, 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 Chrysler Town & Country (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Town & Country | 2002 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Town & Country | XJ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 3248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1809 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2880 mm |
