2004 Audi TT vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 2004 Audi TT is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2004 Audi TT. (250 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi TT weights approximately 474 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15.
Because 2004 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi TT 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi TT. (320 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi TT | 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | TT | XJR-15 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |
