2007 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Jaguar XK

To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XK.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A4 2009 Jaguar XK
Make Audi Jaguar
Model A4 XK
Year Released 2007 2009
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 4196 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 294 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 411 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 226 km/hour 245 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.9 seconds 6.2 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1705 kg 1720 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 2080 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 11.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 70 L