2008 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Jaguar X-Type and 2008 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (153 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 298 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (366 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar X-Type | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | X-Type | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
