2007 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, both 2007 Jaguar XK8 and 2007 Audi A6 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 XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XK8.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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 A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XK8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XK8 | 2007 Audi A6 | |
Make | Jaguar | Audi |
Model | XK8 | A6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 80 L |