2009 Jaguar XF vs. 2011 Audi S6
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jaguar XF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jaguar XF would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XF. (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S6 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar XF. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 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 XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi S6. (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 2011 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Audi |
| Model | XF | S6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 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 | 1842 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2847 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
