2007 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (444 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 266 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
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 XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Jaguar |
| Model | Touareg | XJ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 503 HP |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2636 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3157 mm |
