2003 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Jaguar X-Type

To start off, both 2003 Audi A6 and 2003 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (202 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2003 Audi A6. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 175 kg more than 2003 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Audi A6 2003 Jaguar X-Type
Make Audi Jaguar
Model A6 X-Type
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 2495 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 128 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 195 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 81.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.3:1
Top Speed 198 km/hour 222 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.8 seconds 8.6 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1605 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.8 L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.4 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.4 L/100km 9.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 61 L