1999 Audi S8 vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 14 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XF. (237 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 XF (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | S8 | XF |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2909 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 20.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
