1989 Jaguar F-Type vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar F-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar F-Type would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar F-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar F-Type weights approximately 151 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar F-Type | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-Type | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3010 mm |
