2007 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2007 Jaguar X-Type and 2007 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar X-Type (231 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 289 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-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, 2007 Jaguar X-Type (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. 2007 Jaguar X-Type has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar X-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar X-Type | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | X-Type | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
