2000 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2000 BMW 525. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 53 kg more than 2000 BMW 525. 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 XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 525. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 525. 2006 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 525 | 2006 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 525 | XK |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
