1997 Jaguar XK vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jaguar XK weights approximately 408 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1997 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1997 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jaguar XK | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XK | Touran |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
