2009 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (414 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XK. (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A6. (549 Nm). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Audi |
| Model | XK | A6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4931 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2916 mm |
