1990 Audi 200 vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 200 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1990 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 370 kg more than 1990 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 200 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | 200 | XK |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2752 mm |
