1996 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar X-Type (228 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 142 kg more than 1996 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Jaguar X-Type (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 2006 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A6 | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
