2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Jaguar XJ. (271 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2012 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 604 kg more than 2012 Jaguar XJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (410 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. 2012 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Jaguar |
| Model | Touareg | XJ |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 82 L |
