1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP) has 82 more horse power than 2013 Audi A4. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Audi |
| Model | XK | A4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2808 mm |
