2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Jaguar XJ8 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XJ8.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | |
Make | Audi | Jaguar |
Model | A4 | XJ8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3129 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |