1998 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (488 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1998 Audi A6. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A6.
Because 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE 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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A6 | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
Make | Audi | Jaguar |
Model | A6 | F-TYPE |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2225 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 488 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2053 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2909 mm |