2009 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 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), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (276 HP @ 2650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 308 kg more than 2012 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Volkswagen Touareg | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Volkswagen | Jaguar |
Model | Touareg | XJ |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 2650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3032 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 82 L |