2009 Jaguar XK vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, both 2009 Jaguar XK and 2009 Volkswagen Touran were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 190 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 572 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XK.
Because 2009 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 2009 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XK | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
Model | XK | Touran |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 60 L |