2005 Audi S4 vs. 1998 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Jaguar XK (615 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1998 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | S4 | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 615 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1140 mm |
