1999 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas
To start off, both 1999 Audi A4 and 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas weights approximately 495 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
Because 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (394 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (320 Nm). This means 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 1999 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A4 | Vanden Plas |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 290 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3000 mm |
