1993 Audi V8 vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Audi V8 weights approximately 72 kg more than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Audi V8 | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | V8 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 69 L |
