2008 Audi R8 vs. 2008 Jaguar XKR
To start off, both 2008 Audi R8 and 2008 Jaguar XKR 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 XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Audi R8. (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 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 Jaguar XKR (561 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi R8. (431 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi R8. 2008 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi R8 | 2008 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Audi | Jaguar |
Model | R8 | XKR |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 561 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 71 L |