2007 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,997 cc, 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Audi A8. (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2011 Jaguar XK.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Jaguar XK. 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, 2011 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A8. (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2011 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A8 | XK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1321 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
