1999 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (450 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XK.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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, 1999 Jaguar XK (604 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X5. (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar XK | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XK | X5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 604 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
