2000 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XF weights approximately 13 kg more than 2000 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Jaguar XF. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 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, 2010 Jaguar XF (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A8 | XF |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
