2001 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. (194 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar X-Type.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - 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, 2009 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2001 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2001 Jaguar X-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar X-Type | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Audi |
| Model | X-Type | A6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4934 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2833 mm |
