1996 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 266 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Jaguar XK 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 1996 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 1996 Jaguar XK (535 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. 1996 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jaguar XK | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XK | Touran |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 535 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
