2007 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2007 Audi A8 and 2007 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. (157 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. 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 2007 Jaguar X-Type. 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A8 | 2007 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Audi | Jaguar |
Model | A8 | X-Type |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2099 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |