2001 BMW M vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 4,193 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 BMW M. (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 458 kg more than 2001 BMW M. 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, 2004 Jaguar XK (541 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (345 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M | XK |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |
