2004 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 9 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 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 284 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 213 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A6 | XF |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2909 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
