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 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
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 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (541 Nm @ 3500 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 | 4196 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| 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 |
