2006 Jaguar XJ vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XJ. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 591 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XJ. (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XJ | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
Model | XJ | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2722 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 344 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 436 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |