2007 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (542 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 570 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Jaguar |
| Model | Golf | XK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2752 mm |
