2006 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 2,099 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar X-Type (155 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 805 kg more than 2006 Jaguar X-Type.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar X-Type | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | X-Type | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2099 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 19.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
