2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 2012 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Routan. (283 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 193 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XKR.
Because 2006 Jaguar XKR 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 2006 Jaguar XKR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Routan, 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Routan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 2012 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XKR | Routan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |
