2007 Audi S8 vs. 2008 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2008 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2008 Jaguar X-Type.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 2008 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | S8 | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2099 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
