2009 Volkswagen T5 vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen T5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen T5 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 208 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 597 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XK.
Because 2009 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 will offer significantly more control. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen T5 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Jaguar |
| Model | T5 | XK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2752 mm |
