2002 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 300 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJ8.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XJ8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, both vehicles can yield 420 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ8 | 2010 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Audi |
| Model | XJ8 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4933 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
