2008 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (227 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 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 A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 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 A8 (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2005 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A8 | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
