2008 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT 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 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK8 | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Jaguar | Audi |
| Model | XK8 | TT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 60 L |
