2011 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Sharan 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 (542 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 127 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Jaguar |
| Model | Sharan | XK |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1400 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1904 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2919 mm | 2752 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
