2000 Audi S8 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2000 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 620 kg more than 2000 Audi S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 XJ (625 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi S8. (583 Nm). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | S8 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3157 mm |
