2011 Jaguar XJ vs. 2001 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi TT 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 349 more horse power than 2001 Audi TT. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 651 kg more than 2001 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Jaguar XJ 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 XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT, 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 XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Jaguar XJ | 2001 Audi TT | |
| Make | Jaguar | Audi |
| Model | XJ | TT |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 624 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1961 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5248 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1448 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3157 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |
