2001 Jaguar R Coupe vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar R Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar R Coupe would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar R Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 572 kg more than 2001 Jaguar R Coupe.
Because 2009 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Jaguar R Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 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, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe (525 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar R Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen T5. 2001 Jaguar R Coupe has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen T5 has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen T5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar R Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar R Coupe | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | R Coupe | T5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3010 mm |
