2012 Jaguar XF vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Jaguar XF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Jaguar XF would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (271 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (252 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jaguar XF. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 XF (600 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (329 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. 2012 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Jaguar XF | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XF | Golf |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 252 HP |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4961 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2908 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
