2005 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar XK8 and 2005 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 427 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jaguar XK8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Jaguar XK8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 XK8 (411 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XK8 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
Model | XK8 | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1348 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |