2008 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2008 Jaguar X-Type and 2008 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (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 Jetta. 2008 Jaguar X-Type has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar X-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar X-Type | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | X-Type | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
