2007 Jaguar XJR vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Because 2007 Jaguar XJR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 XJR (554 Nm) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (166 Nm). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJR | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XJR | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 554 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
