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 374 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (168 HP @ 4200 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 525 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 2013 Jaguar XK 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 2013 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (350 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 | 168 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2752 mm |
