2007 Audi S8 vs. 2008 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK8 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. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XK8. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XK8.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XK8. 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 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 2008 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | S8 | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 541 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 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 71 L |
