2011 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 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 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (228 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar X-Type.
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 Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 721 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi Q7 | 2008 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | Q7 | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5394 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |
