2000 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 13 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 (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (464 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 245 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 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A8 | XF |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2909 mm |
