2004 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Jaguar XJ
To start off, both 2004 Audi A8 and 2004 Jaguar XJ were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2004 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 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 Jaguar XJ (411 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A8. (360 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A8 | 2004 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Audi | Jaguar |
Model | A8 | XJ |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3697 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 411 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |