2002 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 10 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 93 kg more than 2002 Audi A6. 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 2012 Jaguar XF. 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A6. (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A6 | XF |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
