1998 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1998 Audi A6. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A6.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 XJ 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 XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A6. (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 XJ | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A6 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3032 mm |
