2000 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2000 BMW 325. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 178 kg more than 2000 BMW 325. 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, 2008 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 325. 2008 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 325 | 2008 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 325 | XK |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 71 L |
