2007 Audi R8 vs. 2007 Jaguar XK
To start off, both 2007 Audi R8 and 2007 Jaguar XK were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Audi R8.
Because 2007 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XK. 2007 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi R8 | 2007 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | R8 | XK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 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 |
| Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 71 L |
