1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q7. (225 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. 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 (550 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. (394 Nm). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Audi |
| Model | Vanden Plas | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3002 mm |
