2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 188 kg more than 2012 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT 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 S-Type (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar S-Type | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Jaguar | Audi |
| Model | S-Type | TT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
