2008 Audi A5 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2008 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15.
Because 2008 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A5. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A5. 2008 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 has manual transmission. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A5 | XJR-15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
