2012 Jaguar XJ vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2013 Audi A7. (414 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2012 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (574 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A7. (549 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Jaguar XJ | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Audi |
| Model | XJ | A7 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 574 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1942 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5127 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1456 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3032 mm | 2914 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
