2008 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will offer significantly more control. 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 XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XJ8 | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
Model | XJ8 | Touran |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |