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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 10 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 737 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 (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 34 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 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |