1999 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 450 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (400 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A4 | XK |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2752 mm |
