2008 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc, 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (330 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Jaguar XJ. (271 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 68 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (421 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A6 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |
