2007 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2007 Jaguar X-Type and 2007 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. (231 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Passat (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar X-Type | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
Model | X-Type | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |