1987 Jaguar XJS vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1987 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 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 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 669 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Jaguar XJS. (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Jaguar XJS. 2012 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1987 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1987 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Jaguar XJS | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Jaguar | Audi |
Model | XJS | Q7 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 5394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3002 mm |