2001 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ
To start off, both 2001 Audi A8 and 2001 Jaguar XJ were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,005 cc, 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (414 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Audi A8 (542 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XJ. (317 Nm). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2001 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A8 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6005 cc | 3248 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2880 mm |
