2009 Jaguar XJ vs. 2011 Audi A7
To start off, 2011 Audi A7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A7 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2011 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A7 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, 2011 Audi A7 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XJ | 2011 Audi A7 | |
Make | Jaguar | Audi |
Model | XJ | A7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2913 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |