2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 8 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 23 more horse power than 2013 Audi A8. (367 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 289 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (445 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Audi |
| Model | XJ | A8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
