2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (271 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 866 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 XJ (600 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (361 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | Q7 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 82 L |
