1998 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1998 Audi A6. (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A6.
Because 1998 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A6. (271 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A6 | XJR-15 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |
