1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q7. (272 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Audi |
| Model | XK | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
