2001 Jaguar XJ vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT 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, 2012 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XJ. (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Jaguar | Audi |
| Model | XJ | TT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2469 mm |
