2002 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ

To start off, both 2002 Audi A6 and 2002 Jaguar XJ were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 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 Audi A6 (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ. 2002 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2002 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2002 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Audi A6 2002 Jaguar XJ
Make Audi Jaguar
Model A6 XJ
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 3248 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6350 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 316 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4350 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 70 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1805 kg 1710 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 5160 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2880 mm


 

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