2008 Audi A8 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 A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (464 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
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 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (575 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A8 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3157 mm |
