2007 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2007 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XJR.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XJR. 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, 2006 Jaguar XJR (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A8. (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2006 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A8 | XJR |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 84 L |
