2005 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2000 Jaguar XKR.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A8 (650 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jaguar XKR. (541 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jaguar XKR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2000 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A8 | XKR |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
