2005 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, both 2005 Audi A8 and 2005 Jaguar XJ were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XJ. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A8 | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Audi | Jaguar |
Model | A8 | XJ |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |