2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Jaguar X-Type

To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc, 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (231 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (267 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar X-Type.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A6 2008 Jaguar X-Type
Make Audi Jaguar
Model A6 X-Type
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 2198 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 231 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 267 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.4 mm 94.6 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 251 km/hour 215 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.2 seconds 9.3 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1765 kg 1575 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 6.2 L/100km


 

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