2008 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 441 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.
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, both vehicles can yield 450 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2008 Audi A4 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Audi | Jaguar |
Model | A4 | XJ |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1871 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3032 mm |