2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 1996 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 3,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (254 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 864 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Jaguar XJ (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1996 Volkswagen Fusca has manual transmission. 1996 Volkswagen Fusca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 1996 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XJ | Fusca |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3555 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2410 mm |
