2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Jaguar XJ were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 524 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4. 2008 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Audi | Jaguar |
Model | A4 | XJ |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |