2005 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (380 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 576 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XK.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (576 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XK. (553 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XK | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
Model | XK | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 553 Nm | 576 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1753 kg | 2329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |