2007 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen GTI would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 262 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. (264 Nm). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XJ8 | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
Model | XJ8 | GTI |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 264 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |