2008 Jaguar XF vs. 2009 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen CC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XF would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XF. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XF weights approximately 283 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen CC.
Because 2008 Jaguar XF 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 2008 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC, 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, 2009 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XF. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XF | 2009 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XF | CC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |
