2001 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1996 Jaguar XK.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 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, 1996 Jaguar XK (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 1996 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Audi | Jaguar |
Model | A6 | XK |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |