2009 Audi A8 vs. 2002 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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, 2002 Jaguar XKR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (442 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2002 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A8 | XKR |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
