2005 Audi S4 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 S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (503 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 35 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (625 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | S4 | XF |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2909 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
