2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Jaguar XK8

To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 Jaguar XK8 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 XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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 XK8 (412 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6. 2007 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A6 2007 Jaguar XK8
Make Audi Jaguar
Model A6 XK8
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2698 cc 4196 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 179 HP 294 HP
Engine RPM 3300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 412 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 90.3 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 223 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.1 seconds 6.6 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1695 kg 1845 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 11.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 75 L


 

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