2000 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 12 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), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 326 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A8 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3157 mm |
