2000 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 279 kg more than 2000 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (336 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A4 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2920 mm |
