2001 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XK is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 474 kg more than 2010 Jaguar XK.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2010 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW X5. (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2010 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | X5 | XK |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 61 L |
