2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 682 kg more than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. 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 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Audi |
| Model | S-Type | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1673 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
