2009 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 435 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Jaguar |
| Model | Phaeton | XJ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2315 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5179 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1903 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1901 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3001 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.6 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
