2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Jaguar S-Type were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 231 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Jaguar S-Type is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Audi A4 (310 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A4 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
