2009 Jaguar XF vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 2009 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Jaguar XF | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
Model | XF | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |