2003 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2003 Audi A8 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (157 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2003 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 2003 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A8 | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2099 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
