2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 Jaguar XK8
To start off, both 2008 Audi Q7 and 2008 Jaguar XK8 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 660 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK8.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XK8. 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, 2008 Audi Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi Q7 | 2008 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Audi | Jaguar |
Model | Q7 | XK8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 71 L |