2006 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (488 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 240 kg more than 2006 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A6 | F-TYPE |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 488 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2909 mm |
