2006 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 255 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.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 XJ | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A6 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3032 mm |
