1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jaguar XK | 2008 BMW 118 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XK | 118 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |