2002 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (228 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (174 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2002 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 2005 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A6 | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
