2008 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar X-Type.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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 X-Type (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q5. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar X-Type | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Audi |
| Model | X-Type | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
