2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Jaguar X-Type

To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar X-Type (227 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 145 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 X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. (293 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar X-Type.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A4 2004 Jaguar X-Type
Make Audi Jaguar
Model A4 X-Type
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 227 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 293 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78.3 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 225 km/hour 230 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.4 seconds 7.5 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1705 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Consumption 5.4 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.7 L/100km 13.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.9 L/100km 11.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 82 L