2008 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2012 Jaguar XJ. (271 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2012 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jaguar XJ. (600 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Jaguar |
| Model | Touareg | XJ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4921 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 1153 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3157 mm |
