2007 Jaguar XJR vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Caddy 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 332 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy, 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. 2007 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJR | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XJR | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| 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 | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 554 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
