2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 Jaguar S-Type.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar S-Type | 2010 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Audi |
| Model | S-Type | A4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
