2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,584 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 583 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen W12.
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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (530 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (525 Nm). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XJ | W12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 55 L |
