2008 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 5 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 (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 212 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 2013 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 2013 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touran | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Jaguar |
| Model | Touran | XK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2752 mm |
