2009 Audi S4 vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, both 2009 Audi S4 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 (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 690 kg more than 2009 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi S4 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 S4 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 (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi S4. 2009 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi S4 | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Audi | Jaguar |
Model | S4 | XK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 410 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 71 L |