2009 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 709 kg more than 2010 Jaguar XK.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jaguar XK. (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Volkswagen | Jaguar |
Model | Touareg | XK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4921 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4793 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1328 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |