1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1998 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 835 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XK | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
