2002 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 240 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 2013 Jaguar XK. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A4 | XK |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2752 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.9 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
