2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 15 kg more than 2012 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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 XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XKR | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Jaguar | Audi |
Model | XKR | A5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | 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 | 391 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |