2007 Jaguar XJR vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (308 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 755 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJR.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XJR. (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJR | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XJR | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
