2000 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK 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 XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 120 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 2012 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK 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 XK | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A8 | XK |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
