2002 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, both 2002 Audi A4 and 2002 Jaguar S-Type were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,235 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 330 kg more than 2002 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4 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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4. 2002 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2002 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2002 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 2002 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A4 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 69 L |
