2008 Jaguar XKR vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XKR would be higher. 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 199 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 623 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XKR.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XKR | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XKR | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1689 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 100 L |
