2007 Jaguar XJR vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
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 Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 287 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Golf, 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 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJR | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XJR | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 554 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
