2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Audi A6. (310 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A6 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2012 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A6. (440 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XJ | 2012 Audi A6 | |
Make | Jaguar | Audi |
Model | XJ | A6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 440 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2913 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 75 L |