2008 Jaguar XK vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,584 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XK. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 558 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen W12.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XK | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
Model | XK | W12 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 5584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 55 L |