2008 Jaguar XF vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 3 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XF. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 313 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Routan, 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, 2008 Jaguar XF (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XF | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XF | Routan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 2084 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 78 L |
