2006 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP) has 150 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XK8. (294 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 902 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XK8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XK8. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XK8 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XK8 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 2636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
