2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 605 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XJ | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3001 mm |
