2008 Audi R8 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 R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi R8 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi R8. (431 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | R8 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3032 mm |
