2002 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2002 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2012 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2002 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 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 XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (225 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A8 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |
