2008 Jaguar XKR vs. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, both 2008 Jaguar XKR and 2008 Volkswagen Lupo 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 XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 711 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jaguar XKR 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 XKR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo, 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 XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. 2008 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Lupo has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Jaguar XKR | 2008 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
Model | XKR | Lupo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1689 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 34 L |