2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2007 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 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 Jaguar XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2007 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | Q7 | XKR |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 71 L |
