1999 Audi S8 vs. 2000 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2000 Jaguar XK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Jaguar XK.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 2000 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2000 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | S8 | XK |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
