2006 Audi Q7 vs. 1998 Jaguar XK

To start off, 2006 Audi Q7 is newer by 8 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 60 more horse power than 2006 Audi Q7. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK.

Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jaguar XK.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi Q7 1998 Jaguar XK
Make Audi Jaguar
Model Q7 XK
Year Released 2006 1998
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 3995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 290 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 393 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.4 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 210 km/hour 251 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2295 kg 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.5 L/100km 9.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 75 L