2005 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2005 Audi A8 and 2005 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2005 Audi A8 and 2005 Jaguar X-Type are equipped with a 2,966 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (227 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 183 kg more than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. 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 (450 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A8 | 2005 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Audi | Jaguar |
Model | A8 | X-Type |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 279 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |