2011 Audi A3 vs. 2011 Jaguar XK
To start off, both 2011 Audi A3 and 2011 Jaguar XK were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2011 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XK weights approximately 340 kg more than 2011 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A3. 2011 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Audi A3 | 2011 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Audi | Jaguar |
Model | A3 | XK |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4793 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1321 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |