1975 Jaguar XJS vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (216 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 444 kg more than 1975 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 1975 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Jaguar XJS | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XJS | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 100 L |
