1998 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR

To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 230 kg more than 1998 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 330. (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 330.

Compare all specifications:

1998 BMW 330 2006 Jaguar XKR
Make BMW Jaguar
Model 330 XKR
Year Released 1998 2006
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2926 cc 4196 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 189 HP 391 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 542 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 90.3 mm
Top Speed 227 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.5 seconds 5.6 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1615 kg 1845 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.2 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.1 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8 L/100km 12.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 75 L


 

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