2005 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XK.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (539 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XK | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Audi |
| Model | XK | R8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1267 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
