2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Jaguar XJ8 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (198 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 154 kg more than 2007 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Jaguar XJ8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2007 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A3 | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |
