2006 Audi S4 vs. 2003 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (227 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
Because 2003 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi S4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type 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 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2003 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | S4 | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
