2002 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK (290 HP) has 93 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2002 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Audi |
| Model | XK | A3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2578 mm |
