2009 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A4 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 276 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 340 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.
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 (575 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A4 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3157 mm |
