1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 2002 Audi A6
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (309 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJS | 2002 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Audi |
| Model | XJS | A6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 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 | 1800 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
