2004 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2004 Audi A3 and 2004 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar X-Type (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 405 kg more than 2004 Audi A3. 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, 2004 Jaguar X-Type (337 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A3 | 2004 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Audi | Jaguar |
Model | A3 | X-Type |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |