2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Jaguar XK were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 590 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 2009 Jaguar XK. 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 Jaguar XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Audi | Jaguar |
Model | A4 | XK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |