2008 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 Jaguar X-Type and 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (267 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. 2008 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2008 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2008 Jaguar X-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Jaguar X-Type | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
Model | X-Type | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 267 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |