2005 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar X-Type and 2005 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (227 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 14 kg more than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (335 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar X-Type | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
Model | X-Type | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 335 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |