2008 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2010 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XK weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2010 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 2010 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touran | 2010 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Jaguar |
| Model | Touran | XK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1321 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
