2006 Jaguar XJ vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 2,722 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XJ. (204 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 176 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XJ | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Audi |
| Model | XJ | A5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2722 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1383 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2751 mm |
