2009 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 780 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2002 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A4 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2880 mm |
