2009 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 478 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jaguar XK (411 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XK | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 55 L |
