2004 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (687 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 Jaguar S-Type.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A6 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 687 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
