2009 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2001 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (194 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 757 kg more than 2001 Jaguar X-Type.
Because 2001 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type 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 Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Touran | 2001 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Jaguar |
| Model | Touran | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
