1999 Audi S8 vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 13 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 Audi S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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, 2012 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Audi | Jaguar |
Model | S8 | XK |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4793 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1328 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |