2003 Audi RS4 vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (464 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2003 Audi RS4. (377 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi RS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 290 kg more than 2003 Audi RS4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 XF (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi RS4. (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi RS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS4 | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | RS4 | XF |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2909 mm |
