2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJR
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Jaguar XJR 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 XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (554 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3. 2007 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2007 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A3 | XJR |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3187 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 554 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
