2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2010 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 452 kg more than 2010 Jaguar XK.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Jaguar XK. 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, 2010 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2010 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | Q7 | XK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1321 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |
