2002 Audi S8 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 134 kg more than 2002 Audi S8.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi S8. (431 Nm). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S8 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | S8 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3032 mm |
