2001 BMW 320 vs. 2000 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2001 BMW 320 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 140 kg more than 2001 BMW 320. 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, 2000 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 320. (355 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 320 | 2000 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 320 | XKR |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
