2010 Audi S4 vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi S4 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2010 Audi S4. (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 216 kg more than 2010 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi S4. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi S4. 2011 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Audi S4 | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Audi | Jaguar |
Model | S4 | XJ |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 5248 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1826 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1448 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2809 mm | 3157 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 82 L |