2005 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF 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 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XF.
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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XF. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A8 | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Audi | Jaguar |
Model | A8 | XF |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1769 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 |