2008 Audi S8 vs. 2007 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XKR. (420 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XKR.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S8. (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 2007 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | S8 | XKR |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 71 L |
