2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, both 2008 Jaguar XJ and 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,722 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XJ. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 361 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 2008 Jaguar XJ 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 XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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 XJ (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XJ | 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
Model | XJ | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2722 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1404 mm |