1998 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight
To start off, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A3 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1998 Audi A3. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A3 | 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A3 | Concept Eight |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3170 mm |
