2005 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (488 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 980 kg more than 2005 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE. (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A8 | F-TYPE |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Type | W | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 488 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2909 mm |
