1994 Audi A8 vs. 1998 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XKR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1994 Audi A8. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XKR.
Because 1994 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 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, 1998 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A8. (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 1998 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A8 | XKR |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
