2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar XJ and 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (254 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 352 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XJ | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
Model | XJ | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3555 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |