2005 Audi S4 vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Jaguar XF (515 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | S4 | XF |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
