2006 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 351 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE 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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Passat | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Jaguar |
| Model | Passat | F-TYPE |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2909 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
