2012 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 291 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
Model | Grand Caravan | XJ |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5151 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1999 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 3032 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |