2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A8 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 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, 2010 Audi A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 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 A8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Audi |
| Model | S-Type | A8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5192 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3073 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
