2001 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 830 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XK. 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, 2008 Jaguar XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2008 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A8 | XK |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2540 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 71 L |
