2008 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Jaguar XK8 and 2008 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 311 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jaguar XK8 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 XK8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf, 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 XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XK8 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
Model | XK8 | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 55 L |