2007 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, both 2007 Audi A8 and 2007 Jaguar XJ were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XJ. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 281 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ. 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 XJ. 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 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XJ. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A8 | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Audi | Jaguar |
Model | A8 | XJ |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5202 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |