2007 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Jaguar R Coupe
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar R Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar R Coupe would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (450 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar R Coupe. (370 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar R Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 348 kg more than 2003 Jaguar R Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Jaguar R Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 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 A8 (580 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar R Coupe. (525 Nm). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar R Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2003 Jaguar R Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A8 | R Coupe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2148 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 69 L |
