2005 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 14 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2006 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A4 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 84 L |
