2005 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2002 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A6 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 69 L |
