2008 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2008 Jaguar XK and 2008 Volkswagen Multivan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 569 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK.
Because 2008 Jaguar XK 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 XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan, 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 XK (421 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XK | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
Model | XK | Multivan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |