2009 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 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 A6 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 A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2002 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A6 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1815 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |
