2005 Jaguar XJR vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Audi A8. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 292 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJR.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 XJR (554 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A8. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJR | 2010 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Audi |
| Model | XJR | A8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 554 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5062 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2944 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
