2010 Lotus Evora vs. 2007 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2010 Lotus Evora is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Evora (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. (228 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Evora weights approximately 402 kg more than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lotus Evora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-Type 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 Lotus Evora (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lotus Evora | 2007 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Lotus | Jaguar |
| Model | Evora | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1991 kg | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3063 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
