1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2009 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen CC is newer by 11 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen CC. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 742 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK.
Because 2009 Volkswagen CC 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, 2009 Volkswagen CC 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (615 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 2009 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XK | CC |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 615 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
