2009 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (488 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (329 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Audi A8. 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 F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A8 | F-TYPE |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 488 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2909 mm |
