2007 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2006 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar X-Type (227 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 229 kg more than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar X-Type will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Grand Caravan (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2006 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Grand Caravan | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |
