2002 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 105 kg more than 2002 BMW 330. 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, both vehicles can yield 421 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 2008 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 330 | XK |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
